Holt Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Start your stay in Reykjavík with a trip to this antique port district, the point of departure for city tours, boat rides and more.
Laugavegur
Brightly colored shopfronts spill into the street and add atmosphere to the sidewalk dining areas and designer stores of Reykjavík’s main downtown shopping strip.
Harpa
The sculptural glass façade of Reykjavík’s premier concert hall and conference center shines over the harbor, reflecting the water and the city’s energy.
Hallgrimskirkja
By far Reykjavík’s tallest building, this church offers views of the city’s colourful rooftops and a landmark to help your orient yourself throughout your stay.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Perlan
Built on Reykjavík’s hot water tanks, this complex features a convention area, a rotating restaurant and wax museum in its eco-friendly glass dome.
Activities
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik
Our pick of the best Holt Hotel Deals
Alva Hotel Brautarholt
I consider it only so so.the Juice was terrible, they should have scramble eggs, not only hard boil eggs.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel
Clean room and comfy beds. Nice ambiance and staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hotel Aska
great spot, very walkable!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Fosshotel Raudara
This is our favorite hotel to stay at when we are in the area. Good location and comfy rooms!
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Downtown Reykjavík Apartments
Rooms were clean and self check in was convenient for late arrival / early departure.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Brim hotel
Great location and within walking distance of a lot of stuff! Only complaint is the room was slightly dirty upon arrival. The housekeeping left behind used cleaning towels, a glove IN the toilet bowl, and the shower had stuff from the previous people left behind. We did get breakfast down the street ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holt
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
Norðurmýri
While Norðurmýri may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Laugavegur and Laugardalsholl, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja are top sights worth seeing.
